Innovative Surface Solutions offers de-icers, anti-icers, and salt brine enhancers for roads and sidewalks. Discover how Industry professionals achieve cost savings, reduce chloride impact, and enhance their winter maintenance program with ProMelt premium liquid de-icers.
Innovative’s ProMelt™ line of premium liquid deicers offer an attractive price-to-performance ratio with superior magnesium chloride and calcium chloride products delivering effective liquid that melts snow. We also provide anti icing solutions for all your winter road maintenance needs.
Liquid de-icing involves either a pro-active application or re-active placement of a liquid ice melting agent on the pavement surface prior to the accumulation of frozen precipitation, or to an already existing ice or hard pack snow surface. This direct liquid application, when applied in a stream pattern, allows liquid ice melt concentrate to penetrate the snowpack and break the bond at the road surface. Using liquids for prewetting salt improves conventional solid de-icers ability to melt snow and ice, reduces salt loss to bounce and scatter, and environmental emissions while increasing performance and service levels.
Our magnesium chloride road deicer is safe for the environment. Our products have undergone rigorous 3rd party testing and our magnesium chloride based options are Clear Roads approved. The mission of the Clear Roads QPL is to “strive to serve the traveling public by evaluating and establishing specifications for products used in winter maintenance that emphasize safety, environmental preservation, infrastructure protection, cost-effectiveness and performance.”
Our magnesium chloride is safe for the environment. This naturally occurring product is organically certified for agricultural use.
Magic-0 by ProMelt is the multi-functional winter liquid de-icer of choice. This blend of premium magnesium chloride and molasses does it all, anti-icing, pre-wetting, pre-treating, and it works as a salt brine additive.
Pre-Wetting
Saltbrine Enhancer
Treated Salt
QPL approved
Part of ProMelt's Magic line of liquid concentrates, Magic-C is a blend of calcium chloride and feed-grade molasses. Magic liquids offer versatility and can be used for anti-icing, onboard pre-wetting, pre-treating salt or to enhance salt brine.
Pre-Wetting
Saltbrine Enhancer
Treated Salt
QPL approved
ProMelt Ultra 1000 is a high-performance de-icing liquid made from a refined corn carbohydrate derivative blended with magnesium chloride. It delivers unparalleled performance in colder environments for anti-icing, de-icing and pre-wetting. ProMelt Ultra 1000 pairs perfectly with ProMelt Mag so you can seamlessly move from shoulder season to the coldest temperatures.
Pre-Wetting
Saltbrine Enhancer
Treated Salt
QPL approved
ProMelt Ultra 2000 is a high-performance deicing liquid made from refined corn carbohydrate derivative blended with magnesium chloride. Engineered specifically for stockpile treatments, ProMelt Ultra 2000 allows for the most liquid coating of salt possible without leaching.
Pre-Wetting
Saltbrine Enhancer
Treated Salt
QPL approved
High-performance magnesium chloride de-icing liquid that delivers a strong residual effect on road surfaces, yielding improved melting and long-lasting performance.
Pre-Wetting
Saltbrine Enhancer
Treated Salt
QPL approved
High-performance calcium chloride liquid for melting snow and ice on road surfaces, it burns through the hardpack.
Pre-Wetting
Saltbrine Enhancer
Treated Salt
QPL approved
A premium blend liquid de-icer comprised of high-performance chlorides and corrosion inhibitor delivering strong melting capabilities and long-lasting performance.
Pre-Wetting
Saltbrine Enhancer
Treated Salt
QPL approved
Superior de-icing liquid made from refined corn carbohydrate derivative combined with a premium blend of high-performance chlorides and corrosion inhibitor. Versatile liquid engineered for snow and ice control, delivering exceptional performance in colder environments.
Pre-Wetting
Saltbrine Enhancer
Treated Salt
QPL approved
Engineered for stockpile treatment to ensure the best possible coating of your stockpile. This OBPE or organic-based performance-enhanced liquid de-icer is a blend of refined corn carbohydrate derivative, corrosion inhibitors, and premium high-performance chlorides that will maximize the performance.
Pre-Wetting
Saltbrine Enhancer
Treated Salt
QPL approved
Includes feature
Includes feature
but is not optimal
Does not include feature
* ProMelt Magnesium with Inhibitor is QPL approved.
The primary difference between a liquid de-icer and an anti-icing agent is their application and purpose. De-icing refers to removing existing ice and snow from surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, and parking lots. The liquid ice melt concentrate melts the ice upon contact, allowing for easier removal and safer surfaces. In contrast, anti-icing is a preventative measure applied before ice or snow accumulates. Anti-icing products create a barrier that prevents ice from bonding to the surface, making it easier to manage and remove during and after a storm. While de-icing is reactive, dealing with ice that has already formed, anti-icing is proactive, aimed at preventing ice formation and accumulation in the first place. Anti-icing should occur before a storm when forecasted weather conditions indicate potential snow or ice accumulation, providing a preemptive solution to maintain safe and clear surfaces.
In addition, using a liquid or brine solution for road treatment can significantly improve the effectiveness of both de-icing and anti-icing efforts. Traditional salt brine can be made a more effective tool if improved with an enhancer or additive. Enhancers are additional liquids that can be mixed with traditional salt brine to lower the freezing point further, reduce corrosion, and enhance adhesion to surfaces. These salt brine ice melt enhancers help the road brine to work more efficiently at lower temperatures and provide longer-lasting ice control. By incorporating an enhancer to your salt brine, you improve the performance of your de-icing and anti-icing strategies, leading to greater efficiency, cost savings, and reduced environmental impact.
Selecting the right deicing liquids for chloride reductions involves several factors. These ensure effective ice control, environmental sustainability, and cost efficiency. Let’s look at them in detail to help you find the best products for optimal winter road maintenance.
De-icers like magnesium chloride and calcium chloride, which have low eutectic points, are particularly effective in extremely cold environments. This ensures that the product works at lower temperatures than salt or salt brine and continues to work for longer. For instance, a premium liquid deicer like ProMelt Magic-0® works well in colder conditions with a eutectic point of approximately -45°C/-49°F, making it suitable for colder weather events or at normal winter event temperatures it will be able to remain active for longer melting power vs traditional salt or salt brine. Plus, the speed of action is crucial for de-icers, especially when rapid melting of existing ice is needed to maintain safe surfaces.
The environmental impact of liquid de-icer and anti-icing agents is another significant factor. Opting for products which allow you to do more with less minimizes environmental harm. Ingredients such as feed-grade molasses and refined corn carbohydrate derivatives are advantageous due to their natural biodegradability and refinement, waste products that are unrefined can upset the natural oxygen levels in water causing such things as algae blooms. Moreover, selecting products with naturally occurring corrosion inhibitors, like ProMelt Magic-0® or one that has it blended with it like ProMelt Magnesium with inhibitor helps protect infrastructure and vehicles, reducing long-term maintenance costs and environmental damage. High-quality liquid ice melt concentrate that meets the Clear Roads Qualified Products List, like ProMelt, is designed to minimize corrosion and toxicity while maintaining high performance.
Application efficiency is vital when choosing any brine solution for roads. Products that adhere well to surfaces will also reduce bounce and scatter of salt ensuring that more of the product remains where it is applied. A strong residual effect from a premium product in both anti-icing and de-icing products means they remain effective for extended periods, reducing the frequency of reapplication. Liquid de-icer agents improve performance and reduce material usage.
Balancing upfront costs with long-term savings is essential. Efficient de-icers and anti-icing agents reduce material and labor costs over time by minimizing the amount of product needed and can reduce labor hours. These road deicer products offer significant cost benefits, making them a more sustainable option for winter maintenance budgets. By decreasing the overall cost of winter maintenance through lower application rates and fewer reapplications, de-icers like ProMelt provide both economic and operational advantages.
Ensuring deicing liquids for chloride reductions meet local and national safety and environmental regulations is paramount. Products listed on the Clear Roads Qualified Products List are reliable solutions as they have been tested for performance, corrosion, and toxicity. User safety should also be considered; selecting products that minimize health risks for workers and pedestrians is crucial to maintaining a safe environment during application and use. Choose de-icing liquids that do not harm agriculture, which is important because runoff from de-icing activities can reach farmland and potentially damage crops or degrade soil quality. Using de-icers that are safe for agricultural areas helps protect food production and maintain healthy ecosystems, ensuring that both roads and farmlands remain safe and productive. De-icers like ProMelt Magic-0® meet stringent safety and performance standards, ensuring compliance and safety.
Versatility is another key consideration when selecting de-icers and anti-icing agents. ProMelt products are multifunctional and can be used for anti-icing, de-icing, pre-wetting, and frost prevention, offering great flexibility and efficiency. Magic-0® is the best choice when enhancing salt brine to lower freeze points and reduce corrosion. It is also suitable for roads, sidewalks, and parking lots due to its versatility and effectiveness. This multifunctional use makes ProMelt winter liquids a valuable tool in winter road maintenance, allowing for adaptable and efficient responses to different weather scenarios.
Tailoring your choice to the specific climate conditions of your region is essential. In areas with frequent severe cold, a de-icer with a very low eutectic point is necessary. Additionally, consider the types of surfaces you need to treat, as different surfaces may require different formulations for optimal performance. This ensures that the chosen products are effective in your context, providing maximum safety and efficiency. ProMelt offers various formulations to meet these diverse needs. For example, ProMelt Magic-0® is highly effective for roads, sidewalks, and parking lots due to its low eutectic point and strong residual effect. Another formulation, ProMelt Ultra is a naturally clear product with refined corn carbohydrates to improve adhesion offer a long dilution of solution time, it is often sold with the addition of an inhibitor to further reduce corrosion, making it ideal for high-traffic areas. ProMelt Magnesium is another variant designed for environmental sensitivity, and suitable for areas where minimal ecological impact is a priority. These tailored formulations ensure that ProMelt products deliver optimal performance across different applications and conditions.
Transform your winter maintenance with Innovative Surface Solutions’ advanced de-icing products. Our environmentally friendly formulations deliver unmatched ice control at lower temperatures, significantly reducing corrosion and maintenance costs. Trust our cutting-edge solutions to keep your surfaces safe, efficient, and protected all season long.
